Merdeka 118 Bags World’s ‘Best Tall Building’ Award
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Kuala Lumpur’s skyline has always been celebrated for its diversity in design, and now it’s also got another accolade to add to the list.
Merdeka 118 has officially been named the Best Tall Building (300 metres and above) in the world by the Council on Vertical Urbanism (CVU). The award shines a global spotlight on Malaysia’s growing reputation in architecture and sustainable design.
Not just any award
For context, the CVU is the world’s top authority on skyscrapers and urban living, so for Merdeka 118 to top its list is definitely no small feat.
Standing at a mind-numbing 678.9 metres tall, Merdeka 118 isn’t just the tallest building in Southeast Asia, it’s also the second tallest building in the world, beat out only by the Burj Khalifa in the…
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